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Getting to Cambodia

Most international visitors arrive in Cambodia by air at either Phnom Penh or Siem Reap Airport. An increasing number of airlines are operating in Cambodia in response to the Cambodian government's open sky policy.

Direct flights: from Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, Vientiane, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Mandalay, Seoul. The list of international airlines serving Cambodia includes; Bangkok Airways, China Southern Airlines, Dragonair, EVA Air, Lao Airlines, Air Mandalay, Malaysia Airlines, Mandarin Airlines, Mekong Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Siem Reap Airways International, Silk Air, Royal Phnom Penh Airways, Thai Airways International,Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar Asia Airways and United Arab Emirates Airline.

Overland travel to Cambodia is possible through Thailand, Laos and Vietnam via border crossings. International visitors  can also enter Cambodia through Sihanoukville International Port.

Visa

Visa can be issued at the Consular Section, Royal Embassy in Canberra, Australia, address: No. 5 Canterbury Cres, Deakin ACT 2600. Please refer to the following link: Visaregulation 

E-visa is also available online at the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Kingdom of Cambodia: http://www.mfaic.gov.kh/.

Travelling around Cambodia

Air travel, bus, train, boat and taxi are all modes of transport available to tourists in Cambodia.

Where to stay

There are accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets in Cambodia, from 5-star luxury hotels to budget guesthouses. Please check the following link:

http://www.tourismcambodia.com/index.asp

http://www.canbypublications.com/      

http://www.yellowpages-cambodia.com/      

Currency / Banks / Credit Cards 

The official currency of Cambodia is the Riel however US dollars is widely accepted. It is however wise to carry some riel around with you for small purchases.

The acceptance of credit cards is increasing in Cambodia and you can get cash advances against your credit card at some major commercial banks.

Weather

Cambodia is situated within a tropical zone, where the average temperature is 27^oC. There are two seasons: the monsoon season and the dry season. The rainy season lasts from May to October . The dry season lasts from November to April . Novermber to January is the coolest period.

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